Land for Sale in Seoul & Korea
Last updated: 2026-06-25 · Seoul Homes
Looking to buy land in Korea? Foreigners can purchase land outright (매매) with no residency requirement — the work is in the zoning and due diligence, not the eligibility. Browse plots below, each handled by a verified, English-speaking realtor who checks the land-use designation before you commit.
Properties
Can foreigners buy land in Korea?
Yes. There is no residency requirement to buy land, and the process mirrors any property purchase (매매). A small number of zones — near military installations, certain islands and protected areas — require prior approval under the Foreigner's Land Acquisition Act, which your realtor identifies up front.
What to check before buying land
- Zoning / land-use (용도지역) — what you may legally build, and how densely (building-to-land and floor-area ratios).
- Access and utilities — road frontage, water, power and drainage.
- Title and encumbrances — confirmed against the official register before contract.
Who buys land in Seoul and Korea
Developers and investors buying plots to build, families building a custom home, and buyers acquiring land outside the city for value. For how purchase costs and taxes work, see the cost of buying property in Seoul and the Seoul home prices guide.
How Seoul Homes helps
Every plot above is handled by a verified, English-speaking realtor who confirms the zoning, access and registered title — and the all-in cost — before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreigner buy land in South Korea?
Yes. Foreigners can buy land outright with no residency requirement. Only a few zones (near military sites, some islands and protected areas) need prior approval under the Foreigner's Land Acquisition Act, which your realtor flags before you proceed.
What should I check before buying land in Korea?
The land-use zoning (용도지역) that governs what and how much you can build, road access and utilities, and a clean title confirmed against the official register. A verified realtor verifies each of these before contract.
What taxes apply when buying land in Korea?
Land purchases carry acquisition tax and ongoing property tax, and capital-gains tax may apply on sale. Rates vary by land type and use — see the cost-of-buying guide and confirm the all-in figure with your realtor.